Explore a Historic Boatyard
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What’s Included?
- Guided tour of Underfall Yard’s historic boatyard
- Live demonstrations of 19th and 20th-century machinery
- Engaging storytelling about Bristol’s harbour history
- Stunning waterfront views and photo opportunities
- Access to the Underfall Café and Visitor Centre
Please arrive ten minutes before the start time to check-in and meet your tour guide.
The meeting point is inside the Underfall Cafe and Visitor Centre, which will be open 9am - 4:30pm. You are welcome to visit before or after the tour. Accessible toilets are also available and the site is wheelchair-accessible.
Please make sure to read the site information, which will be emailed to you the day before your tour.
Age restrictions: 8+
| Adult (16+) | £10 |
| Adult + Guidebook (add on) | £13.50 |
| Child (8-16 years ) | £7.50 |
| Concession (Student | Over 65 | Bluelight card/ NHS Staff) | £8.50 |
| Concession + Guidebook (add on) (Student | Over 65 | Bluelight card/ NHS Staff) | £12 |
What people are saying
Jun 2025
This is an amazing tour with an excellent guide who starts up the Victorian machinery together wi...
May 2025
We had a brilliant tour of Underfall Yard with our engaging and knowledgeable guides Alan and Ela...
How to get there
Yuup extras
- You will receive an exclusive 20% discount voucher at Underfall Cafe on arrival
- 30% discount price for our guidebook if you book in advance
Facilities
- Experience takes place outdoors
- Family friendly
- Refreshments available
- Toilets
- Wheelchair accessible
COVID-19 guidelines
This tour is predominantly based outdoors. Hand sanitiser is provided and protective face coverings are available for those who would prefer to use them during their visit.
On the day
Underfall Yard is a working site. Please wear covered shoes & comfortable clothing.
Take care for uneven floors/trip hazards & only use specified routes.
Visitors under 16 must be accompanied.
Visits will not include entrance to private workshops.
Due to the working nature of the site, routes may change at short notice. If the yard gates are closed, we will use an alternative route to continue the tour.
Please note, there is no public parking at Underfall Yard.
Changes happen, don't worry
You'll be hosted by
Underfall Yard Trust
In Bristol’s historic harbourside, Underfall Yard is a working boatyard with a story to tell. Step behind the scenes of this fascinating site, where history, engineering, and maritime heritage come to life. Every visit supports the Underfall Yard Trust in preserving this iconic landmark for future generations. Come and explore the heart of the harbour!
Underfall Yard Trust
Underfall Yard is a historic working boatyard on Bristol's Floating Harbour. It is preserved and managed by a registered charity, Underfall Yard Trust, with its workshops actively used by local maritime businesses, the Harbour Master and the City Docks' engineers.
Underfall Cafe and Visitor Centre are open Tuesday to Sunday, with free entry and exciting events taking place throughout the year. For the latest updates, check out our social media channels and website at www.underfallyard.co.uk
Any questions?
Ask your question directly to Underfall Yard Trust.